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Cosmetics giant L’Oreal buys AR beauty company ModiFace

ModiFace, the company behind the Galaxy S9's makeup feature on Bixby Vision, has been purchased by L'Oreal for an undisclosed amount.
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What is USB OTG? Here’s how to use USB drives and more on your Galaxy S9

Ever wondered why you can't attach USB sticks and other accessories to your phone? Turns out you can. Here's some of our favorite ways to use USB OTG adapters.

The Google Lens app is now available on Google Photos for iOS

There's a whole world of information available at your fingertips, as Google Lens makes its début on Google Photos for iOS devices.
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France issues legal challenge to ‘abusive commercial practices’ by Google, Apple

France's Finance Minister has stated that France will be legally challenging Google's parent company and Apple over uneven relationships with app developers.
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You can now use Alexa on your tablet to call your contacts

Amazon is making is easier and easier to stay in touch. You can now Drop In on your loved ones from your Alexa app on your iOS or Android tablet.
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California to introduce ‘Right to Repair’ bill for electronic devices

California will become the latest in a long line of states to introduce a "Right to Repair" bill that would allow users more options when fixing devices.
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Here’s absolutely everything we know about the Huawei Y9

The Huawei Y9 looks set to be the newest phone in Huawei's budget roster. But with so many great smartphones in the budget range, what can the Y9 bring?
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Google introduces Chinese, Korean, and 20 other languages to Gboard

Google is continuing to work on its Gboard keyboard app for Android devices, and is introducing an update that will bring Korean, Chinese, and 20 other languages.
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Nokia 8 Sirocco vs. Samsung Galaxy S9: Can new flagship return Nokia to form?

The Samsung Galaxy S9 has been revealed and all are basking in its soft Lilac Purple glow. But could the Galaxy be surprised by the new Nokia 8 Sirocco?

Running is easier with music in your ears: 7 of the best iPhone armbands

Sometimes you need to use your iPhone while on a run. Luckily, these seven armbands will make it easier to use your phone while on the move.
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Apple takes top spot for wearables in 2017 as demand continues to grow

Millions of people are gaining the ability to leave their smartphones behind, thanks to growth in the wearables market, with Apple taking the top spot.
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Galaxy S9 Plus vs. Galaxy S8 Plus: Battle of the galactic titans

It seems that Samsung has another hit on its hands -- but before the Galaxy S9 Plus can take on the world, it has to take down an old friend.
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Try before you buy with the new AR View on Amazon’s Android app

Ever wanted to check out an item in your house before you bought it? Amazon's update for Android devices now means users can see how it looks in their space.
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It’s not about looks — inner beauty will drive mobile sales in 2018

Despite falling sales in 2017, analysts are predicting growth in 2018 and beyond. But they warn people aren't content with phones just getting prettier.
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Galaxy S9 vs. Galaxy S8: Has Samsung improved on its best device?

The dust has settled and the hype has come home to roost. But does the Samsung Galaxy S9 improve on its predecessor? We compared them to find out.
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Samsung rescues data-saving app Opera Max, launches new version

Samsung has saved the doomed privacy app Opera Max and relaunched it as its own version, now called Samsung Max. Find out how it can help you.
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Multilingual Google Assistant to add more than 20 languages to its repertoire

Google Assistant is expanding its multilingual capabilities, with Google set to add support for over 20 new languages in 2018.
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More than 40 companies working on new generation of text messaging

160 character limits suck - RCS messaging promises to revolutionize the way you text message. Google has updated the world on the progress of the upgrade.
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LG will bring new photography-focused K8 and K10 to MWC

While we won't be seeing the LG G7 at MWC 2018, LG will be bringing new versions of the K8 and K10, with promises of flagship features.
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The HTC Breeze and HTC Desire 12: Everything you need to know

HTC won't bring the U12 to Mobile World Congress, but could it deliver a tiny titan in its place? The HTC Breeze could bring a 18:9 display to the entry-level smartphone market.
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Millions of Android users are at risk from ‘drive-by’ cryptomining

According to security firm Malwarebytes, millions of Android devices could be secretly mining cryptocurrency and it could be wrecking your phone.
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HTC’s smartphone president resigns, citing personal career plan

Amidst financial losses for the division as well as a large sell-off to Google, HTC's smartphone president has resigned, citing his personal career plan as the reason.
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Samsung’s marvelous Olympic-edition Note 8 is worthy of a gold medal

Samsung has created a special edition of the Galaxy Note 8 for the 2018 Olympic & Paralympic Games in PyeongChang. We got our hands on one.
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Samsung is fixing its terrible emojis in Samsung Experience 9.0

It's not every day you can replace pistols with water guns or crackers with cookies and not expect a dust-up, but that's what Samsung is doing with its fixes for its terrible emojis.
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Give the iPhone X a headphone jack with this crowdfunded case

Seasoned Apple owners may now be accustomed to the lack of a headphone jack on their phones, but what if you still miss your 3.5mm port? Well Encased is looking to fix that with its new crowdfunded case.
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Honor 9 Lite vs. Honor 9: Can little brother take down its impressive sibling?

The Honor 9 Lite is a budget-level beast with a bezel-less design and style to spare, but can it take down the more powerful Honor 9?
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Keep calm and stay zen with the best Asus Zenfone 4 cases

It's easy to forget that your phone needs protection too. Don't let the outside world smash your pride and joy! Keep your Zenfone zen with the best Asus Zenfone 4 cases.
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Internet Association pressures Senate to reverse FCC’s net neutrality repeal

The fight against the FCC's net neutrality repeal continues, with the Internet Association continuing to pressure the U.S. Senate into opposing it. But can it be swayed?
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If you’re not sold on Siri, you can now get Microsoft’s Cortana on your iPad

Remember Cortana, Microsoft's voice assistant? She's back and better than ever, and she now takes full advantage of the iPad's larger screen.
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You may soon be able to text from your laptop with Android Messages for web

Google is bringing even more exciting functionality to the default Android Messages app. Users can soon expect these excited Allo features on their messaging app.
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Google faces lawsuit accusing it of selling defective Pixel phones

Google has been accused of deliberately shipping units of the original Google Pixel smartphone while being aware that the phones had an inherent fault.
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Will OnePlus release a new OnePlus X model after the OnePlus 6?

Rumors from a little-known tech site have set the internet buzzing that OnePlus will be looking to re-enter the budget market with a revamped version of the OnePlus X. But co-founder Carl Pei says "nope."
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Apple leads tablet market as detachable devices continue their rise

Apple continues its dominance of the tablet market, while Amazon sees a large boost in sales over 2017. Meanwhile, detachable tablets are increasingly finding themselves as a key part of tablet sales.
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HQ Trivia faces social media backlash as financial backer is revealed

Controversial entrepreneur and political activist Peter Thiel has been revealed as one of the major financial backers of popular quiz app HQ Trivia, prompting calls for a boycott.